More Americans Working in Clean Energy Than as Servers or Cashiers
Clean energy jobs grew three times faster than the rest of the economy last year, according to a new analysis. But growth slowed markedly compared to the previous year as clean tech firms braced for a shift in U.S. energy policy.
The U.S. added close to 100,000 jobs in solar, wind, batteries, energy efficiency, grid upgrades, biofuels, and electric cars in 2024, according to a report from E2, a group promoting clean energy. In total, more than 3.5 million Americans now hold jobs related to clean energy, more than are employed as nurses, cashiers, servers, or elementary school teachers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, wind turbine technician and solar installer are the fastest-growing jobs in America.